You can now get all-you-can-eat Japanese wagyu nabe in West Oahu … and it’s less than $100.
Located in the Embassy Suites by Hilton Oahu Kapolei, Gyu-Masu is known for offering high-quality Japanese wagyu at affordable prices. The biz sources its A4 and A5 wagyu from Toriyama Farm in Japan.
The restaurant just started an all-you-can-eat Japanese wagyu nabe for $65 during dinner on Jan. 2. It’s also available during lunch, upon request.
The eatery, formerly named Takumi Sushi Bar, was re-conceptualized to offer Japanese wagyu as Gyu-Masu last year, according to restaurant owner Victor Jian.
“We work directly with Toriyama Farm to import the entire cow; we have 10 to 12 different cuts,” he says. “The main thing we want to do is raise awareness and let people know they’re eating real Japanese wagyu, not American or Australian wagyu. I want people to understand what they’re paying for.”
Last year, the eatery served a la carte wagyu entrees. Jian started the all-you-can-eat wagyu nabe concept to offer more value to diners.
“I really want people to enjoy something that’s high-quality at an affordable price,” he says. “I have to put myself in the consumer’s shoes. If I go out, I want to eat a good nabe. How much am I willing to spend?”
Start the AYCE experience by choosing a nabe broth — original, miso, spicy, garlic miso, garlic, citrus pepper, spicy miso or spicy garlic. Cuts of Japanese wagyu like short rib, outside skirt, brisket and chuck roll are included, while premium cuts like 4 ounces of A5 rib-eye ($34.25 per order) and 4 ounces of A5 tenderloin ($39.25) are available for an additional cost.
Hot pots include tofu, cabbage and other sides. You can also opt for uncooked ingredients like salmon, ahi, assorted mushrooms and black tiger prawns.
Hot pot sets also come with a trio of sauces — wasabi shoyu, ponzu (citrus soy sauce) and lemon ginger — you can use for dipping.
If you’re extra hungry, you can choose from an assortment of cooked dishes like wagyu pupu steak, shrimp tempura, garlic chicken, spicy pork ribs and garlic ahi. Just remember, an additional $35 will be charged per person for food waste.
As if the above options weren’t enough, the AYCE experience also includes ramen and udon. All ramen and udon come with wagyu, seasoned menma and green onions. Popular options thus far include miso ramen, garlic ramen and shrimp tempura udon. Ramen noodles are from Sun Noodle, according to Jian.
Keep in mind that the all-you-can-eat experience has a 90-minute time limit, and everyone on the table must order it if one person does. It’s free for children under 40 inches and $35 for children from 41 to 50 inches tall.
CONTACT
Gyu-Masu
Within Embassy Suites by Hilton Oahu Kapolei
725 Manawai St., Kapolei
808-888-0172
Instagram: @gyumasukapolei
Hours: Open daily, lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m., dinner 5-9 p.m.
Kelli Shiroma Braiotta can be reached at kelli@alohastatedaily.com.
